Recommended Reading

The Intelligent Investor - By Benjamin Graham

"The Intelligent Investor" by Benjamin Graham is regarded as one of the most influential books on value investing and personal finance. The book lays out the foundation of value investing, focusing on analyzing asset’s intrinsic worth rather than any speculative trends.

Graham emphasizes the importance of patience and long-term planning over short-term market speculation, which is essential for sustainable wealth creation. Graham teaches readers how to assess and mitigate risk in their portfolios. His approach helps avoid impulsive decisions that could lead to significant financial losses.

The book addresses the emotional challenges of investing, such as fear and greed, offering strategies to stay disciplined during market ups and downs. Graham distinguishes between defensive (passive) and enterprising (active) investors, tailoring strategies for both. This makes the book useful for beginners and experienced investors alike.

The book could be slightly difficult for beginners to grasp, but the advice offered is absolutely worth the effort!

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What Every Indian Should Know Before Investing - By Vinod Pottayil

"What Every Indian Should Know Before Investing" by Vinod Pottayil is a practical guide for individuals looking to make informed financial decisions. It provides insights into the Indian financial landscape, emphasizing the importance of financial literacy, planning, and disciplined investing. It is a great book for beginners starting their investing journey as it explains various financial instruments (such as Equity, Bonds, Mutual Funds, FD, RD, PPF, Gold, Real Estate) and also evaluates their pros and cons.

The book does a wonderful job at educating the reader about all different investment options available in India.

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